About this Position
We have an exciting permanent full‐time opportunity for a Drainage and Water Operator to join our Water, Waste and Open Spaces Directorate. The Drainage and Water Operator plays a key role in maintaining and operating council's urban drainage, water and wastewater systems. The primary purpose of this role is to ensure these essential services run safely, efficiently and reliably, helping protect public health, the environment and the overall functioning of local infrastructure.
Working as part of a multi‐skilled team, the position supports both planned and reactive maintenance, technical investigations and day‐to‐day operational tasks. The role also involves operating heavy machinery and contributing to planning, safety compliance and continuous improvement. It requires flexibility to work across different areas of the organisation, respond to emergencies and engage professionally with the community, all while ensuring work is completed to high standards, on time and within budget.
The ideal candidate will be self‐motivated, proactive and able to adapt effectively in a busy and rapidly‐changing environment.
What we can offer you
* Permanent full‐time, community‐focused role.
* 76‐hour fortnight with a scheduled RDO to support work‐life balance.
* Long service leave after five years of continuous service.
* Employee Assistance and Health & Wellbeing Programs, including access to confidential EAP services, Fitness Passport membership and complimentary annual flu vaccinations.
What we trust you to deliver
* Carry out and oversee operations and maintenance of urban drains, water and wastewater infrastructure in accordance with council specifications and regulatory requirements.
* Conduct technical investigations and condition assessments of urban drains, water and wastewater infrastructure, including smoke testing, service location, water quality sampling, sewer inspections and the safe use of shoring during excavation.
* Operate and ensure maintenance of heavy plant items such as backhoe, excavator and heavy rigid vehicles.
* Support the field supervisor to ensure efficient operations and effective team collaboration by assisting with administration tasks, completing assigned tasks, completing safety inspections and compliance and contributing to daily planning and scheduling.
* Plan and organise daily tasks in alignment with team objectives, whilst ensuring efficient delivery of works.
What you will need to be successful
* Certificate II in Water Industry Operations or relevant qualification in a similar field and/or relevant experience.
* One or more of the following certificates of operations:
o Conduct excavator operations – RIIMP0320F or similar (have or willing to obtain)
o Conduct backhoe/loader operations – RIIMP0319E or similar (have or willing to obtain)
o General Construction Induction training (White Card)
o Current First Aid Certificate (or willing to obtain)
o Hepatitis A and B vaccinations (or willing to obtain)
o Certificate III Water Industry Operations (or willing to obtain)
o Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus as a non‐electrical worker certificate (or willing to obtain)
o Implement traffic control plans (IMP) (or willing to obtain)
o Statement of Attainment in Chainsaw Operations (or willing to obtain)
o Operate a drain cleaning system – MSMSS00019 or similar (or willing to obtain)
o Enter and Work in Confined Spaces – RIIWH202E or similar (or willing to obtain)
o Work Safely at Heights – RIIWHS204E or similar (or willing to obtain)
Employment Conditions
Permanent full‐time position, requiring 76 hours of work per fortnight with an RDO. Conditions of employment are in the Local Government (State) Award and relevant council policies, procedures and agreements.
Salary
Grade 9, with an annual salary range of $67,938 to $78,129 plus superannuation.
Closing Date
Tuesday 9 June 2026 at 9:00 am.
Contact
Blake Brewer‐Charles, Coordinator Urban Drains, Water and Wastewater – 0437 810 483.
Pre‐employment Screening
Prior to employment, there will be a series of pre‐employment checks that may include health assessments, validation of right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history checks, Working with Children's Check, psychometric assessments and referee checks.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
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